We all know it’s a good idea to cut back on drinking, but did you know that even a temporary break from alcohol can significantly improve your brain function, clear… read more →

Did you know spending just 30 minutes with a puppy can positively affect your brain chemistry? We look at the many benefits of animal-assisted therapy in addiction treatment. Sharelines

An increasing number of young people say they can’t put down their phones. What are tech giants, parents, and treatment centres doing about it? Sharelines

For many people, breaking free of addiction begins with an inpatient treatment programme, but there’s a strong day-to-day aspect involved with staying clean and sober. In this post, we explore… read more →

Addiction is an isolating disease – and this is never more evident than during the holiday season. Friends and family members come together in high spirits, while you feel abandoned… read more →

Having a hard time imagining what your life will look like after getting sober? Explore 10 of the biggest benefits you’ve got to look forward to when you stop using:… read more →

Addiction takes a heavy toll on relationships, but with some work and an open heart, trust can be rebuilt. Here are 5 tips for repairing your relationship with your recovering… read more →

Think sobriety is boring? Think again. These excursions are proof that life in recovery is more adventurous, exciting, fun and rewarding than a life of using could ever be. SharelinesWho’d… read more →

Summer means long weekends, sunny vacations and backyard barbeques with friends. But it can also pose added challenges for those in recovery. We offer some easy tips for staying sober… read more →

Medical technology is advancing rapidly, and researchers believe they’ve found a way to determine who will and will not relapse. We take a look at the pros of cons of… read more →

12-step recovery groups are supposed to be places that feel safe, offer encouragement and help you maintain your sobriety. But the unofficial ‘13th Step’ is putting some at risk for… read more →

A new study suggests that empathy with your future self can increase self-control and help fight cravings. What does this mean for those recovering from addiction? SharelinesWhat does empathy have… read more →

When you love an addict – whether it is your spouse, family member or friend – it’s only natural to want to help. But how do you draw the line… read more →

Meditation practice is like a muscle – it needs to be used regularly in order to get stronger.  We review 6 apps that can help you work some meditation into… read more →

We sat down with three Cabin Sober House residents to talk about their participation in the 2016 Laguna Phuket Triathlon and what it meant to their addiction recovery.  The event was… read more →